Senior Executive / Assistant Manager (special Educational Needs Support)

Senior Executive / Assistant Manager (Special Educational Needs Support)

Provide case management, intervention and skills training for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) from enrolment through graduation and post-graduation transitions

Conduct needs assessment and ongoing review of students' special educational needs

Develop student learning support plans and provide consultation to academic staff on inclusive practices, reasonable adjustments, and accessibility considerations

Coach and empower students with SEN in self-advocacy, self-management, and independent navigation of academic and workplace environments

Support students with SEN in school-to-work transition, including internships, workplace accommodations and employer engagement

Administer SEN fund applications, and procurement of assistive technology devices and services for students with SEN

Document and maintain SEN data and records, including reports on SEN statistics and trends

Plan and coordinate programmes for students with SEN and stakeholders (e.g., educators, employers, parents) to promote inclusion in education and employment

Design, curate, and deliver training for academic staff to enhance competency in supporting students with SEN

Contribute to policy design, review and evaluation for SEN support

Research on emerging trends and developments in intervention strategies

Contribute to and support departmental projects, outreach efforts, events and initiatives that advance inclusion

Passion and disposition to work with students with SEN (Persons with disabilities are welcome to apply, please inform us if accommodations are required for the interview)

Relevant qualification in Inclusive and Special Education, Education, Psychology, Applied or Educational Psychology, Counselling and/or relevant areas

At least 3 years of experience supporting students with SEN, preferably in an educational or social service sector setting

Resourceful and good problem-solving skills

Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, learning and support needs, and collaboratively with different stakeholders in student support

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting